Joppolo, a region in Italy's Calabria, is situated where the Tyrrhenian Sea meets the rugged slopes of Monte Poro. This coastal area offers a diverse landscape, characterized by a dramatic meeting of mountains and sea, with olive groves, pine forests, and a coastline featuring sandy shores and rocky cliffs. The varied topography makes Joppolo suitable for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, hiking, and more. From its elevated positions, views extend across the Gulf of Gioia and…
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3.55km
00:26
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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20.2km
01:19
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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31.6km
02:20
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17.9km
01:14
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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45.4km
03:27
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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7.48km
02:11
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.17km
01:12
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.92km
03:36
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.31km
01:31
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120m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.0km
01:53
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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36.2km
02:38
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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50.9km
03:57
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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34.4km
01:45
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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85.6km
04:18
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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35.3km
02:11
810m
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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36.1km
02:00
630m
630m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Joppolo offers a range of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Hiking, and Jogging. The region features 26 routes across these sports, providing diverse options for exploration. More than 7,000 visitors have shared their experiences, rating routes an average of 4.29 out of 5 stars.
Joppolo provides several hiking trails, including a sea-mountain trek ascending Monte Poro, which gains approximately 2,300 feet (700 meters) in altitude over nearly 6 miles (10 km). Other routes include the 'Cannon Viewpoint – View from the Faro Vaticano loop' and the 'Caroniti Village and Church – Monte Poro Water Fountain loop'. For more details, explore the Hiking around Joppolo guide.
Joppolo features challenging road cycling routes, particularly on Monte Poro, with significant elevation changes. These routes offer panoramic views of the Costa degli Dei, the Strait of Messina, and the Aeolian Islands. Some segments, especially on Monte Poro, may have rough surfaces. Find specific routes in the Road Cycling Routes around Joppolo guide.
Yes, Monte Poro offers off-road climbs and diverse terrain suitable for mountain biking. The mountainous landscape around Joppolo provides various options for different skill levels. The MTB Trails around Joppolo guide lists available routes.
Joppolo is characterized by the dramatic meeting of Monte Poro and the Costa degli Dei. Monte Poro features pine forests and olive groves, while the coastline offers sandy shores, pebble beaches, and rocky cliffs. Panoramic views extend across the Gulf of Gioia and the Tyrrhenian Sea, often including the distant Aeolian Islands.
Joppolo can serve as a base for touring cycling, connecting to broader regional routes like the Calabria Parks Cycle Path and the Magna Graecia Cycle Route. These routes explore wild landscapes, villages, and coastal areas. Guides like Cycling around Joppolo and Traffic-free bike rides around Joppolo provide specific routes.
Joppolo offers numerous panoramic viewpoints due to its elevated coastal position and the slopes of Monte Poro. These vantage points provide extensive views of the Tyrrhenian Sea, the Gulf of Gioia, and the Aeolian Islands, including Stromboli. Specific hiking routes like the 'Cannon Viewpoint' also highlight scenic vistas.
There are 26 routes available in Joppolo on komoot, covering sports such as Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Hiking, and Jogging. These routes have been explored by more than 7,000 visitors. The average rating for these routes is 4.29 out of 5 stars.
Official information about Joppolo can be found on the municipality's website. The official website is comune.joppolo.vv.it. For direct inquiries, the Comune di Joppolo can be reached by phone at +39 0963 883010.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Joppolo. These include Road Cycling Routes around Joppolo, MTB Trails around Joppolo, and Hiking around Joppolo. Guides for touring cycling and jogging are also available.
Routes in Joppolo vary in difficulty, catering to different skill levels. Road cycling on Monte Poro can be challenging with significant elevation changes, while some touring cycling options are more relaxed. Hiking trails range from coastal walks to ascents of Monte Poro. Komoot route details provide specific difficulty ratings.
Joppolo's landscape is diverse, featuring a blend of mountains and sea. Visitors can experience the pine forests and olive groves of Monte Poro, along with the sandy shores, pebble beaches, and rocky cliffs of the Costa degli Dei. The area also includes Mediterranean vegetation like orange and eucalyptus trees.

